2004 Toyota Camry vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Camry. (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1285 kg more than 2004 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Camry. (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Camry. 2012 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Camry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Toyota Camry | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Camry | F-150 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 136 L |